Our Mission

The Bryant Park Corporation was founded in 1980 with a charge to reclaim
Bryant Park for the people of New York City. Since then, the talent,
dedication and execution of the BPC board and staff has transformed the park
into the greatest public space in the world. The ongoing mission of the BPC
is: to create a rich and dynamic visual, cultural and intellectual outdoor
experience for New Yorkers and visitors alike; to enhance the real estate
values of its neighbors by continuously improving the park; to burnish the
park's status as a prime NYC tourist destination by presenting a meticulously
maintained venue for free entertainment events; and to help prevent crime and
disorder in the park by attracting thousands of patrons, at all hours, thus
fostering a safe environment.

The BPC is privately funded, and operates Bryant Park with private sector
techniques and management methods. Working as agent for the City of New York,
the BPC provides sanitation, security services, spotless restrooms, colorful
gardens, and seasonal horticultural installations for the park, and maintains
a lush lawn that is open to the public. The BPC also works with civic minded
corporations and park patrons to offer interesting amenities, free educational
programs and free high-level entertainment for people of all ages. Careful
selection and management of concessionaires ensures that park visitors have
access to high quality food and merchandise. As it strives to improve the park
each year, the BPC pays close attention to other models and constantly seeks
innovations, whether from its own staff or from outside, always with an eye on
the ultimate goal: presenting the perfect park to the public.

Did you know?

As a New Yorker, none of your tax money goes to Bryant Park. The
Park is entirely financed by private money: you get it for free.